{"product_id":"akoma-ntoaso-symbol-of-understanding-agreement","title":"Akoma Ntoaso - Understanding, Agreement","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAkoma Ntoaso (Symbol of Understanding, Agreement)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-olk-copy-source=\"MailCompose\"\u003eWrap yourself in a tale told twice—\u003cbr\u003eIntroducing our new double-face scarf in silk twill with hand-rolled edges (100% silk).\u003cbr\u003e90 x 90 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eColor: french raspberry\/french violet\/french mauve\/fuchsia\/french lime\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned by Yaw Tony\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRef. : 0-01-2316-CB1C68\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited edition of 5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDESIGN HISTORY \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAkoma Ntoaso - Understanding, Agreement \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName\/Theme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Akoma Ntoaso\/ Understanding, Agreement. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiteral Translation:\u003c\/strong\u003e linked heart (Glover, 1969) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Akoma - heart, ntoaso- linkage, linked hearts. This signifies a formal or informal decision-agreement that people have reached together about something of importance.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground:\u003c\/strong\u003e This symbol signifies understanding and agreement, which fosters togetherness between towns, institutions, married couples, friends, and other relations. The configuration and unification of Asante towns that resulted in the creation of an Asante kingdom in 1701 by the first Asantehene (king), Osei Tutu I, and his spiritual adviser Komfo Anokye arose as a result of the tyrannical rule of Ntim Kakarii, the king of the Denkyira kingdom, who toppled the then-reigning the Adanse kingdom. The provincial towns that made up the configuration are Asumagya, Bekwae, Dwaben, Edweso, Kokofu, and Mampong, and their rulers were made amanhene. The Asantehene occupies the supreme stool, the sika dwa or Golden Stool, which is said to have appeared from the sky at the foundation of the kingdom, and which is held to embody the sunsum (national soul) of the Asante people.\u003cbr\u003eParadoxically, the length and breadth of the entire kingdom is represented by the four hearts of the Akoma Ntoaso symbol, and their link to the circle in the centre signifies the fusion of the hearts, mind, and soul of the Asante people into one national soul (kra\/sunsum). The highly respected Asantehene then becomes the pivotal role as a cultural focal point for Asante identity. In the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, the Asante extended their territories and became one of the most powerful kingdoms in sub-Saharan Africa. Its influence covered most of present-day Ghana and extended into the modern Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, and Togo. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoral value:\u003c\/strong\u003e The proverb advises institutions, couples, friends, and business partners to avoid going contrary to the agreement entered into. Fair play should prominently feature in agreements that avoid disputes. It also encourages people to enter into agreements in order for them to facilitate commitment and development. This is a symbol of understanding and agreement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtract from Cultural Symbolism in Asante Traditional Textiles by ABRAHAM EKOW ASMAH\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Life Liveth","offers":[{"title":"Akoma Ntoaso - Symbol of Understanding, Agreement","offer_id":45693823680673,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/4797\/8401\/files\/AkomaNtoso-Linkedhearts-01s.png?v=1770223405","url":"https:\/\/ops1335.com\/products\/akoma-ntoaso-symbol-of-understanding-agreement","provider":"ops1335","version":"1.0","type":"link"}